Bowen Therapy for Migraines and Headaches
Gentle, natural relief for migraine pain and tension headaches
Migraines and chronic headaches can be exhausting — the pain, light sensitivity, and fatigue can disrupt work, sleep, and daily life. Many people turn to medication for short-term relief but find the discomfort keeps returning.
Bowen Therapy offers a different approach.
It helps the body release the underlying tension patterns, nervous-system stress, and postural imbalances that often contribute to migraines — supporting deep, lasting relief in a gentle, non-invasive way.
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Understanding Migraines and Chronic Headaches
Migraines are not just “bad headaches.” They often involve the entire nervous system — with symptoms like visual disturbances, nausea, dizziness, and sensitivity to light or sound.
Common triggers include:
Neck and shoulder tension
Jaw (TMJ) imbalance or clenching
Hormonal or vascular changes
Stress and nervous-system overload
Dehydration or poor posture
Tightness in the upper back, neck, or jaw can restrict blood and lymphatic flow, irritate nerves, and create the conditions for a migraine attack. These physical stresses are often compounded by emotional or environmental triggers such as fatigue or anxiety.
Bowen Therapy addresses both the mechanical and neurological aspects — helping your body calm the overstimulated nerve pathways that underlie migraine pain.
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How Bowen Therapy Helps
Bowen works through light, rolling movements over key muscles, tendons, and fascia — especially around the neck, shoulders, jaw, and spine. These moves prompt the nervous system to reset and encourage deep relaxation.
Between each series of moves, short pauses allow the body to process the signals and begin to rebalance itself.
Bowen Therapy may help by:
Releasing neck, shoulder, and jaw tension
Improving circulation and lymphatic drainage in the head and neck
Calming the autonomic nervous system
Reducing the frequency and intensity of migraine episodes
Supporting hormonal and stress balance
Clients often notice that their headaches become less frequent or less severe, and that they feel calmer and sleep better between episodes.
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Why Choose Bowen Therapy for Migraines?
Unlike massage or chiropractic adjustments, Bowen uses no force or manipulation. Its gentle nature makes it suitable for anyone who is sensitive to touch or recovering from chronic pain or fatigue.
By working with the nervous system rather than against it, Bowen helps restore the body’s natural ability to regulate itself. Many clients who have tried medication, physiotherapy, or other treatments find that Bowen offers relief in a different way — addressing the root causes rather than just the symptoms.
Regular sessions can also help reduce associated issues such as tension in the jaw, dizziness, or neck stiffness.
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A Holistic, Soothing Approach
At The Bowen Clinic, treatments are adapted to your individual needs. Whether your migraines are hormonal, stress-related, or triggered by posture, the focus is on helping your body find balance and calm.
Bowen Therapy complements medical care and can be safely used alongside other approaches to pain management.
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Book a Session
You don’t have to live with recurring headaches.
Bowen Therapy offers a gentle, natural way to help your body find relief and restore clarity and calm.
📍 Clinics in Crystal Palace, London, and Forest Row, East Sussex
💬 Contact Seamus today to discuss how Bowen Therapy can help with migraines and chronic headaches.
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🔗 Explore other conditions Bowen can help with:
Bowen Therapy for Back Pain
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